How To Make an Impact in The World

1. How To Make an Impact in The World Listen To Changemakers

2. There are two types of change that impact the world: inner and outer. Outer change is “large-scale” and “collective.” It results from public policy, business endeavors, and other forms of social management. It’s the amendment that grants universal access to healthcare or the law that mandates the use of seatbelts. Conversely, inner change is “small-scale” and “individual.” It usually happens within one person’s psychological world, though it doesn’t always require physical isolation. Today we will focus on this type of change. But before we do, we should remember that the inner and outer spheres are mutually dependent. Individuals are creations of their environments, as environments are creations of individuals. A durable change in an individual’s state of mind can catalyze a large-scale campaign to, say, provide assisted living to homeless seniors. And a safe home can help a homeless senior focus on, say, alleviating her anxiety through meditation, drawing, or painting. Both are vital for growth and betterment. And if we wish to make a lasting positive impact, we should consider both types of change as two faces of the same coin. Listen To Changemakers

3. How To Create Inner Change There are many ways to induce change within ourselves. Most involve contemplation and thinking, and perhaps we can best describe them as affecting our “individual interior” and “individual exterior.” The individual interior is where thoughts and emotions reside. The voices that whisper “I am going to raise hell if he doesn’t listen to me” and “Ok, just let it pass” live here. Both science and philosophy tell us that the best way to remodel our individual interior is to practice mindfulness. Being aware of voices like the former is the first step to stopping them from causing us detrimental distress. Instead of imploding when a colleague is 20 minutes late to a meeting, we can notice our heartbeat quicken, our body heat, and our thoughts turn hostile. Noticing detaches us from our nervous reaction and helps us keep our cool so we don’t aggravate the situation. Keeping our cool can result in a more productive meeting, leading to better communication, more efficiency, and more sales. But if we implode, we step into the individual exterior, which includes our habits, words, and personal choices. We can choose to attack our coworker, or we can be mindful of our words and try to be understanding (and assertive) about the reasons behind their delay. Listen To Changemakers

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5. Another opportunity to spark inner change comes from what many of us overlook: family. When I argue with my parents, I try to be calm before expressing my opinions. I try to release my tension through breathing, listening to calming music, doodling, or simply noticing the anger and frustration that ensue within me. When I return to the conversation, I am usually more clear-headed, calmer, and succeed at deescalating the collective tension. The argument turns into a conversation, and everyone can understand the others’ position. The deep understanding that arises from dialogue allows me and my parents to strengthen our bond and to thrive together, whatever the pursuit may be. The Ripple Effects of Inner Change Learning to deescalate trivial arguments with leery parents or noticing bitter voices in our heads may not sound as grandiose as rallying for a social cause. But their value can be just as consequential. If we practice consistently to control our impulsive reactions, our new, better responses will become habitual. As people with families and friends, as professional leaders in large or small companies, and as individuals involved in our communities, our habits make a world of difference. Listen To Changemakers

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7. A CEO who is willing to be wrong can strengthen a company’s sense of trust and foster creativity and productivity in its members, more so than a stubborn and inflexible boss. A patient and calm leader can quickly rally notable support for crucial social causes. And more harmonious family dynamics can cultivate thoughtful and driven citizens. These attributes don’t just develop after 10 minutes of meditation, but they are more likely to become us if we strive to remodel our individual interiors and exteriors. The examples we have talked about are only a few ways to bring about one type of change. While circumstances don’t always allow, there is often a choice each of us can make. And we wholeheartedly believe that small-scale individual change can ripple through our families and communities, which today also consist of international digital groups. Having said this, let’s always remember that inner and outer change are symbiotic. One isn’t required for the other to happen. But as mindful and sensible changemakers who seek to make a significant and durable impact on our local, national, and global communities, we should always consider both. Listen To Changemakers to start a business you're passionate about and create a positive community impact. Listen To Changemakers

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